ETs
|E-Ts|
B2
/ˌiːˈtiːz/
(ET)
alien beings
Etymology
Etymology Information
'ET' originates from the abbreviation of 'extraterrestrial', where 'extra-' meant 'outside' and 'terrestrial' meant 'of the earth'.
Historical Evolution
'Extraterrestrial' was shortened to 'ET' in popular culture, especially after the release of the film 'E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it referred to anything outside the earth, but now it commonly refers to alien beings.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
extraterrestrials, often used to refer to beings from other planets.
Many people believe that ETs have visited Earth.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42